Nikon B700 vs Nikon D5300

Below, we are matching up the Nikon B700 and Nikon D5300, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both offered by Nikon. The image resolution of the B700 (20MP) and the D5300 (24MP) is fairly similar but the B700 (1/2.3") and D5300 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The B700 was revealed 2 years after the D5300 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Nikon D5300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the B700 matches up versus the D5300 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix B700 and Nikon D5300. The full galleries are available at Nikon B700 Gallery and Nikon D5300 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon B700 offers physical dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") accompanied by a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) while the Nikon D5300 has sizing of 125mm x 98mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.9" x 3.0") with a weight of 480 grams (1.06 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the B700 versus the D5300.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B700 and D5300 is 65 and 68 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the B700 and D5300.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The B700 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh trickier and the Nikon D5300 will offer more detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher B700 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.